Standing In The Gap
One of my biggest blessings in this world is knowing that I have family and friends who pray often on my behalf. I know they are standing in the middle and interceding on my behalf. 
We learn in Ezekiel 22 that God searched for someone to intercede on behalf of the Israelite people as they faced exile in Babylon. The description provides a vivid image of a fortress with a compromised wall. The hole left the people vulnerable and exposed. God was seeking someone to intercede for them.
“I looked for someone among them who would build up the wall and stand before me in the gap on behalf of the land so I would not have to destroy it, but I found no one.” Ezekiel 22:30
He found no one. God couldn’t find anyone to help hold up the wall so that Jerusalem may avoid destruction.
Are you standing in the gap for anyone? Are you willing to commit to praying for your neighbors, co-workers, friends and family? Their wall may be cracked and crumbling. God is seeking believers to intercede and to stand in the gap.
“Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere.” Ephesians 6:18
When someone comes upon your heart, stop right then and just lift them in a prayer. He knows everything they may be going through and He will hear your prayer. When we pray as Paul wrote in Ephesians it unlocks the Whole Armor of God. The gap closes.
Rooted
Heather & Lisa
